About the Authors

E. E. Cummings (1894-1962) was one of America's most celebrated poets, renowned for his distinctive style, inventive typography, and deeply personal explorations of love, nature, and individuality. His poem i carry your heart with me (i carry it in), first published in Complete Poems: 1904-1962, has become one of the most beloved and frequently quoted love poems in the English language. His work continues to captivate readers around the world and inspire new generations through adaptations such as I Carry Your Heart with Me.
Mati Rose McDonough is an artist, illustrator, and designer known for her vibrant folk-art style, richly patterned compositions, and celebrations of nature and family life. Her artwork blends whimsy, warmth, and intricate detail, creating imagery that appeals to both children and adults. Through I Carry Your Heart with Me, she brings E. E. Cummings's classic poem to life with illustrations that evoke tenderness, imagination, and the enduring bonds of love.

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